Things were hanging precariously for the Carolina Panthers just two games into the 2025 campaign. Pressure was building on head coach Dave Canales, who could ill afford things to spiral further during the team's home opener against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 3.
There was cautious optimism among the fan base, but they didn't have much to worry about when push came to shove. The Panthers produced a much-improved display to secure a convincing success. They played complementary football and were solid in all phases. Ejiro Evero's much-maligned defense pitched a shutout, which was the most significant positive above all else.